• In 2004, he made his debut in PRIDE with a first round TKO of Jadson Costa that kicked off one of the greatest runs in the organization’s history. From 2004 to 2007, Gomi went 13-1 with 1 NC, defeating Ralph Gracie (with a PRIDE record six second KO), Jens Pulver, Tatsuya Kawajiri, Luiz Azeredo, and David Baron, among others, while winning the 2005 Lightweight Grand Prix that earned him the first PRIDE lightweight championship.

• Lost 2003 bout to BJ Penn in Hawaii

• Fought a 2007 No Contest with Diaz’ brother Nick in PRIDE bout

• Also owns wins over Duane Ludwig, Dokonjonosuke Mishima, and Chris Brennan in non-PRIDE bouts; has also faced Nick Diaz and Joachim Hansen.